Experience Chicago from above without leaving Navy Pier. In a 30-minute multisensory show, FlyOver Chicago combines aerial cinematography, motion seating, scents and sound to reframe the skyline and lakeshore.
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You step into a darkened theater on Navy Pier and the city exhales around you — the smell of the lake, a low musical thrum, and a narrated welcome that pulls focus to the skyline. In 30 minutes FlyOver Chicago lifts you over streets, parks and shorelines without leaving the pier: custom aerial footage, heli-mounted cameras and drone captures stitched into a single, moving panorama. Scents and sound deepen the illusion; chairs tilt, wind teases your hair, and familiar landmarks reappear from angles you rarely see.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
30 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires only the ability to sit for the duration
Wildlife
History
FlyOver sits at Navy Pier, a long-serving public space that transitioned from shipping and military use to a civic and cultural destination reflecting Chicago’s post-1871 architectural resurgence.
Conservation
Navy Pier and local attractions encourage lake stewardship and reduced waste; visitors can support conservation by using public transit, proper recycling, and avoiding single-use plastics on the shoreline.
Reserve your spot on the Flyover in Chicago today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your mobile ticket ready
Mobile or paper tickets are accepted but having your barcode ready at the second-floor entrance speeds entry.
Visit off-peak
Showtimes during weekday mornings or early afternoons tend to have shorter waits than weekend evenings.
Dress in layers
The theater is climate-controlled and can feel cool during the show — a light jacket keeps you comfortable.
Health considerations
Not recommended for pregnant guests or those with spinal/serious heart conditions; review warnings before booking.
Mobile phone with charged battery
Needed to present your mobile ticket and for photos before/after the show.
Light jacket or fleece
The theater is often cool; a layer keeps you comfortable during the presentation.
Small daypack or bag
Keeps essentials secure while you explore Navy Pier before or after the experience.
Hearing aid compatible device or earbuds
The experience uses immersive audio; personal aids help if you prefer stronger audio clarity.